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1. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,302 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is ￥15,607
￥17,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Beach/ocean view

2. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (639 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is ￥26,538
￥29,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Moonlight Beach Motel
Room

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,948 reviews)
"Descent place, descent guests and nice family owned operated."
United States
David
The price is ￥10,180
￥11,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Exterior

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,113 reviews)
"I loved everything the staff is wonderful they are so friendly and helpful and efficient ,the rooms were clean and the property is well maintained"
United States
Denise
The price is ￥10,689
￥11,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Exterior

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is ￥13,982
￥15,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

6. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Always a pleasurable stay"
United States
Joyce
The price is ￥8,936
￥11,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Scandia Motel
Room

7. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Always large, clean and quiet rooms with excellent pillows and beds. Best staff ever.!!"
United States
Carla
The price is ￥14,316
￥16,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed

8. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,056 reviews)
"Hidden gem, way better than other similarly priced hotels."
United States
Brendan
The price is ￥14,185
￥15,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Exterior

9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is ￥19,422
￥21,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Room

10. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (234 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is ￥12,508
￥14,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Mission Bay Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (865 reviews)
"The room was great, the staff was great, the area was nice. Clean space, well renovated with comfy beds and a very nice and clean shower. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to come back sometime!"
United States
Sarah
The price is ￥14,185
￥15,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Room

12. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (439 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is ￥13,313
￥14,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Escondido Lodge
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

13. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (676 reviews)
"One of the worst places I’ve ever stayed at"
United States
Julio
The price is ￥12,577
￥13,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Vista Inn Motel
Exterior

14. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (161 reviews)
"Goid price for time of year"
United States
Brent
The price is ￥11,144
￥15,411 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Hacienda Motel
Room

15. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,014 reviews)
"They have a great variety of amenities that are great for the weather. Also, the staff was super nice and accommodating to help during your stay."
United States
Kweku
The price is ￥11,335
￥12,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

16. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (655 reviews)
"Property is close to everything"
United States
sophoeun
The price is ￥13,373
￥14,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Franciscan Inn
Room

17. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,596 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
karimi
The price is ￥11,166
￥12,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Exterior

18. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.6 out of 10, (1,009 reviews)
"The room was very clean, the furniture and bedspreads need to be updated. The air conditioning worked great for the time that we were there."
United States
SYLVIA
The price is ￥9,561
￥10,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Fallbrook Country Inn
Exterior

19. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (571 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and the room was clean. Great location"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥14,599
￥16,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Pool

20. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly and polite staff"
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥8,790
￥9,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
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Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

10/10 Excellent
"Great value and very nice that parking is included"
Varin 2-night trip
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Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

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Encinitas Motels information

Number of reviews
8,468
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
￥11,402
Highest Price
￥29,192

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Encinitas?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Encinitas has to offer. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and La Jolla Cove.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Encinitas?
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Moonlight Beach Motel: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach.
What things can I to do in Encinitas?
Enjoy the seafood restaurants and cafes in this walkable area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Encinitas love the beaches. Favorite places in and around Encinitas include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and La Jolla Cove. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach, and Swamis Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and Birch Aquarium.
What's the seasonal weather like in Encinitas?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Encinitas to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Encinitas is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Encinitas when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Encinitas to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 6.2 mi (10 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 17.9 mi (28.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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